English

Alder

Pronounced AWL-derShare

Meaning: Alder tree

  • Boy
  • Uncommon
  • 2 syllables

The story

Alder takes its name from the tree, through the Old English word alor. Its botanical origin is direct, rather than a symbolic interpretation added to an unrelated personal name.

Popularity

Uncommon

Outside the US top 1,000.

Style

Origins

Alder comes from English.

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